Faster than your own shadow (1980): cast, story & where to watch
1980 · Film
Released in 1980, Faster than your own shadow is a drama film directed by Pavel Lyubimov, running about 91 minutes.
What it’s about. Peter Korolev, master of sports and future engineer-Metallurgist, thanks to his perseverance and willpower won the right to participate in international competitions in athletics. At the running competition, when it was already clear that Peter Korolev wins, one of the runners embarrassing movement knocks his opponent, the world record holder at long distances Rolf Schmidt. Noticing this, Peter stops and helps Schmidt to his feet. So began their friendship. But sport is sport. And already at the Olympic games in Moscow, Peter Korolev at the finish line bypasses his friend and worthy opponent…
Who’s in it. Faster than your own shadow stars Anatoli Mateshko, Aleksandr Fatyushin, Sergey Rubeko and Aleksey Vanin, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Faster than your own shadow page.
If you liked it. Fans of Faster than your own shadow tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Faster than your own shadow (1980)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Faster than your own shadow change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Faster than your own shadow?
- Faster than your own shadow stars Anatoli Mateshko, Aleksandr Fatyushin, Sergey Rubeko, Aleksey Vanin and Yelena Tsyplakova.
- When was Faster than your own shadow released?
- Faster than your own shadow was released in 1980, with a runtime of about 91 minutes.